Happy first day of summer! Have a safe and enjoyable break! ☀️🏖️
Whether you're graduating high school and heading off to new adventures, moving up to a new school, or celebrating another successful year of learning — we are incredibly proud of every student across all of our schools.From those heading into 1st grade to those preparing for college and everything in between, your hard work and growth this year have been truly inspiring.We wish all of our students and families a joyful, safe, and well-earned summer break. We look forward to welcoming you back for the 2025–2026 school year! 🌟
Carrigan’s 5th Grade Field Day! 🎉 Carrigan’s 5th grade students wrapped up the school year with an exciting Field Day, hosted by our amazing PE teachers, Ms. Coldren and Mr. Siwek! They organized a day full of fun events, including tug of war, relay races, and much more for our students to enjoy. Thank you to Ms. Coldren and Mr. Siwek for making it such a memorable celebration to close out the year!
Reminder: This Thursday will be the last day of the 24/25 School Year☀️ // Este jueves será el último día del año escolar 24/25☀️
Ms. Deroche’s 5th grade math and science students had tremendous growth this year 📈. As a way to celebrate being a top class in the school, they had a red carpet party! 🎉 Thank you to all the families and staff who supported us this year! It truly was the #BestYearEver 🙌
Reminder: Monday, June 9 will be the final full day of school for the year, with Tuesday, June 10 through Thursday, June 12 as half days.
Today, Carrigan Intermediate 6th graders celebrated their end-of-year picnic at WHHS! 🎉 They enjoyed a fun-filled day with basketball, tennis, soccer, tug of war, track walks, cornhole, and more! 🏀⚽🎾 They even got to swim in the high school pool and relax with a movie. 🏊♂️🎬 A live DJ kept the energy high with great music, and the day was topped off with burgers, hotdogs, and some ice-cold Italian ice. 🍔🌭🍧 After all their hard work this year, these students truly earned a day of fun and celebration. 💙
Carrigan Intermediate celebrated our amazing 6th graders this week with end-of-year promotion ceremonies! 🎓💫 These students are headed to 7th grade at Bailey Middle School, and we know Bailey is getting some truly great kids. 💙 We’re so proud of all you’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see the success that lies ahead! 🌟
🎨 Picasso Paintings made a colorful stop at Carrigan Intermediate School yesterday for our talented 6th graders! Our amazing instructors guided all the young artists through painting stunning night sky portraits featuring fireflies in mason jars ✨🖌️ The kids had a blast expressing their creativity! Huge thank you to everyone who made the day so special 💙
🐾 Danny the Therapy Dog Visits Carrigan! 💙— Today, Danny the dog from the West Haven Fire Department visited Carrigan Intermediate School as part of Mental Health Awareness Month. As our students continue learning about their thoughts, feelings, and actions, Danny brought some extra comfort and smiles in his role as a therapy dog. Thank you to the WHFD for supporting our students' emotional well-being! 💙🐶
✨ Last Thursday, Carrigan Intermediate School held its very first Carrigan Showcase Night to celebrate all of our students' hard work throughout the year! Every cluster and department displayed fun, exciting, and educational projects, while our jazz band and chorus gave amazing performances. Food trucks were on-site, and students enjoyed free raffles throughout the night. It was a fantastic evening that truly showed off our incredible school community! 💙🎉
There will be no school on Monday, May 26, 2025, in observance of Memorial Day. Enjoy the long weekend, and we’ll see everyone back on Tuesday, May 27. // No habrá clases el lunes 26 de mayo de 2025 en conmemoración del Día de los Caídos (Memorial Day). Disfruten del fin de semana largo y nos vemos el martes 27 de mayo.
Shoutout to the Carrigan Intermediate School 5th Grade Beginner Band and 6th Grade Advanced Band for their amazing performance! 🎶
Both groups put on a great show and showcased their hard work and talent. Congratulations to all the student musicians and their directors for a job well done!
Carrigan Families,
Please join us this Thursday, May 22 at 5:00 PM for a fun and festive evening! Come celebrate the amazing accomplishments of our students and take a tour of our hallways, proudly displaying their hard work and talents from this school year.
Please see the flyer below for more details. We can't wait to see you there!
🌟 Last night at WHHS, the 2025 Unsung Hero Recipient Dinner was held, celebrating the incredible individuals who make a difference every day in our schools.
Each school selected its very own unsung hero—from security guards and secretaries to teachers, speech pathologists, and more. No matter the position, every member of West Haven Public Schools plays a vital role in shaping the lives of our students and supporting our community.
We are proud to work alongside such dedicated professionals who care deeply about the education and well-being of our youth. Last night was a special opportunity to recognize and honor their hard work and commitment. 🙌
Stay tuned for an upcoming article highlighting this event!
Friendly reminder that tickets must be purchased by tomorrow May 13th for the 2025 Unsung Hero Recipients Dinner!
Carrigan Intermediate School held its latest Caring Cougar assembly. Students from both 5th and 6th grade were recognized for demonstrating positive behavior and strong character. We are proud of all of you—keep up the good work!
Happy School Nurse Day – May 7
Today, we proudly recognize the exceptional school nurses of West Haven Public Schools—the dedicated professionals who safeguard the health and well-being of our students each and every day.
From addressing minor injuries to managing complex medical needs and providing a calm, supportive presence, you play a vital role in our school community.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment, compassion, and the many ways you support our students, staff, and families.
We appreciate you today and always. Happy School Nurse Day!
🚍 Last week, Carrigan Intermediate’s 6th graders visited Bailey Middle School to get a sneak peek at their future! 🎒 They learned all about the rules, the new bell schedule, extracurricular activities, bus info, and more. After the presentation, they toured the school—exploring the halls, gym, café, library, and more! Can’t wait to see them back this August as Bailey Eagles! 🦅❤️ #BaileyEagles #FutureMiddleSchoolers #NextChapter #6thGradeVisit
Reminder: There will be a half day of school Wednesday, May 7th due to Staff Development. // Recordatorio: Habrá medio día de clases el miércoles 7 de mayo debido al desarrollo del personal.
